For the 2025–26 academic session, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has officially released the updated and revised CBSE Syllabus for Class 9 to 12. This syllabus provides complete details on the chapters, topics, and course structure that students are required to study throughout the academic year. Students can now download the latest CBSE Class 9 to 12 Syllabus 2025–26 PDF from StudentBro for free and start preparing in a more focused and strategic manner.
The term-wise syllabus system introduced during the pandemic has been discontinued.
A single annual board exam will be conducted covering 100% of the syllabus.
The CBSE curriculum for 2025-26 includes updated topics, removed chapters, and refined subject structures.
NCERT textbooks continue to be the core study material, aligned with the latest CBSE syllabus.
No syllabus released yet for Punjabi; all other subjects including regional languages are available.
New subject Applied Mathematics added in Group A electives for Class 11 & 12.
Changes in subjects like Science, Social Science, Political Science, and Languages for better conceptual clarity.
No change in syllabus for subjects like Accountancy, Business Studies, English Core, Economics, Geography, History, and Mathematics.
Focus on competency-based learning, critical thinking, and real-life application.
Each subject syllabus for Classes 9 to 12 includes:
Course Objectives
Complete Course Structure
Unit-wise Weightage
Course Content
Typology of Questions
Assessment Pattern
These components help both students and teachers create a structured plan for the academic year, ensure consistent preparation, and align with CBSE’s exam expectations.
Promote self-awareness and unlock the inner potential of students.
Encourage life skills for personal and societal development.
Support goal setting and lifelong learning practices.
Improve communication and interpersonal skills.
Create awareness about health, well-being, and physical fitness.
Strengthen cognitive, affective, and psychomotor skills.